Surgical Tech / OR Tech II

Azza HealthCare Agency; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking an OR Tech II to support perioperative nurses, organize the operating room, and deliver age-appropriate patient care with emphasis on safety and proper physiological responses during surgery.

Responsibilities include assisting with environment preparation, maintaining sterile technique, and supporting diverse surgical cases including robotics, vascular, neurovascular, and trauma. Strong communication and independence are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Surgical Technician training program.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in scrubbing for complex surgical cases.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the surgical environment and equipment.
• Maintain sterile techniques and assist with various surgery lines including robotics.
• Monitor patient safety and physiological responses perioperatively.
• Communicate effectively with the team across departments.
• Adapt to flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Surgical scrubbing

Sterile technique

Communication

Flexibility

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Surgical Technician program

Job description

Role Overview

The OR Tech II collaborates with perioperative nurses to organize and deliver individualized, age‑specific patient care in the operating room, ensuring safe outcomes and proper physiological responses during surgery.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing the surgical environment and equipment
• Maintain sterile techniques and assist with surgical procedures across various service lines, including robotics, vascular, neurovascular, general, thoracic, neuro/spine, orthopedics, plastic, and trauma cases
• Ensure patient safety and monitor physiological responses throughout the perioperative process
• Communicate effectively with team members and other departments
• Work independently and adapt to flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a Surgical Technician training program
• 2-3 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in scrubbing for a variety of complex surgical cases
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask, be flexible, and work independently

Certifications & Licenses

• Certified Surgical Technician (NBSTSA)
• Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification (American Heart Association)

Key Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of surgical procedures
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Ability to handle fast‑paced, complex situations
• Flexibility and independence in work tasks